Ichiran Shibuya
The world-famous solo dining booth experience dedicated to tonkotsu ramen perfection
About Ichiran Shibuya
Order via vending machine and customize noodle firmness, broth richness, and garlic levels on a paper sheet, then slurp in a partitioned 'flavor concentration booth'.
Originating in Fukuoka in 1960, Ichiran revolutionized ramen culture with its patented solo dining booths (Aji Shuchu). Designed to eliminate social distractions so diners can focus entirely on flavor nuance, Ichiran simmers its pork bone broth for hours to create velvety umami depth, finished with house-made aged thin noodles and secret red chili pepper sauce blended from 30 spices.
Signature Dishes to Order
Classic Tonkotsu Ramen
Pork bone broth with springy noodles, chashu pork slices, and red chili sauce.
Soft-Boiled Seasoned Egg (Onsen Tamago)
Peel-it-yourself egg with a jammy soy-infused golden yolk.
Extra Kaedama (Noodle Refill)
Order half or full noodle refills directly into remaining soup.
Dining Room & Plating
Dietary Accommodations
Pork broth based (Not Halal / Not Vegetarian)
Hours & Reservations
Open 24 hours daily, 7 days a week
💡 Reservation Advice: No reservations; queues average 20–45 minutes during peak dinner hours (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM).
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